Cowboys Headlines: Draft trade in works? Parsons, club far apart in negotiations?

"With the 12th pick, the Dallas Cowboys select..." is the line that will take fan's breath for a moment.

They will rush through endless thoughts right before a release of emotions, both good and bad, takes them to social media to express reaction.

Rumors continue to swirl around Dallas about the options they have heading into the selection process.

Owner Jerry Jones and the front office took questions from the media, but keeping to the tradition, David Moore of the Dallas Morning News kicked off the session with a different twist.Dallas acknowledged that there may be trade activity ahead, yet one such move that made headlines and wouldn't require capital to acquire their services is cornerback Stephon Gilmore, who was spotted at the Star in Frisco ahead of the 2025 NFL draft.

With the selections mere hours away, finalizing last-minute decisions is something the Dallas brass has yet to complete, allegedly.

The latest headlines answer draft questions such as the origin of ESPN's selection chime to mock draft that holds both truths and hope for a team desperate for postseason success.

Report: Former Cowboys CB Stephon Gilmore spotted at team HQ just before pre-draft presser :: Cowboys WireLink: Former Cowboys cornerback and 2019 NFL Defensive Player of the Year Stephon Gilmore was spotted at the Cowboys team headquarters.

The combination of timing and location has some speculating that a reunion could be in the works.Was Gilmore's visit football related? :: Calvin WatkinsStephon Gilmores visit to The Star isnt a football visit.

A team official wasnt sure why Gilmore visited the facility today.

Calvin Watkins (@calvinwatkins) April 22, 2025So the team official who is stating it wasn't about football, doesn't know why he was there.

Uh huh.2025 Draft Value: Cowboys must financially position selves by picking the right position :: Cowboys WireLink: Landing a star player in the NFL draft eventually becomes a financial impact once a football team deems someone second-contract worthy.

Getting impact players at premium positions carries weight when evaluating which prospects to draft.

Three-round mock draft for the Cowboys provides answers at WR, DT, and RB :: Cowboys WireLink: The needs in Dallas line up well with the prospect offering from the 2025 NFL draft, allowing for the team to land starting-caliber players at the position of need.

WR, DT, and RB all seem to have available options through various stages in the draft.

Science Lab: Cowboys drafting offense or defense in first round of 2025 NFL Draft? :: The MothershipLink: Dallas may find itself torn between a few prospects, but which side of the ball holds more weight in importance? The Cowboys find themselves thinking that offense should be the selection until defense presents its case to the front office.

Calvin Watkins seven-round Cowboys mock draft 2.0: Help at DB; finding a new star at RB :: The Dallas Morning NewsLink: Mock drafts done by those closest to the team often contain nuggets of which direction the team believes the prospects will land on draft night.

A seven-round mock draft shows Dallas is willing to draft the best player available rather than the much-debated position of need.Where did ESPNs NFL Draft chime come from? The story behind the iconic sound :: The AthleticLink: The all-too-familiar chime that signals right before a team's selection is revealed has quietly become a part of the behemoth that has become the NFL draft.

Its creator, Bob Christianson, explains how the journey of such a well-known sound took form.

The Dallas Cowboys pre-draft press conference began with Jerry Jones offering respect and appreciation to @DavidMooreDMN on a great career in the world of sports and covering the team.

pic.twitter.com/uGZK6HrfvM RJ Ochoa (@rjochoa) April 22, 2025Cowboys exploring 2 'substantive' trades that could happen 'before or after' NFL draft :: Fort Worth Star TelegramLink: Players like Green Bay cornerback Jaire Alexander or Pittsburgh's edge T.J.

Watt are only a couple of a handful of veterans that could be available for the right price.

The so-called "substantive" trades possibly on the horizon would create shockwaves but also come with a large payday.

Trade up or trade back? 6 first-round draft deals Cowboys should consider :: Cowboys WireLink: Finding value while also landing an impact player at a position of need agaisnt 31 other teams who are searching for a draft day steal can be a difficult task to maneuver.

Trading up or down comes with a ripple effect that bears further examination.

Micah Parsons, Cowboys appear far apart on contract after Stephen Jones comments :: Cowboys WireLink: After rumors of negotiating directly with pass rusher Micah Parsons, the latest tone by the Cowboys front office suggests an extension may not be as close as originally reported.

Both sides have given up little ground as they seek to make the defender one of the highest-paid players in the league.

The 2025 Cowboys draft guide :: The MothershipScout Team The 2025 Dallas Cowboys Draft Guide is here! You'll find in-depth scouting reports on more than 100 incoming rookies and over 500 players ranked overall.See it here https://t.co/GjFgeiqAAupic.twitter.com/43GdHweVzK Dallas Cowboys (@dallascowboys) April 22, 2025NFC East news: Giants leaning toward defense, Commanders success comes through leadership :: Blogging the BoysLink: Defense seems to be the flavor for the other three teams in the NFC East.

New York could possibly flirt with drafting a first-round quarterback, but a blue-chip talent is almost assured to be on the board once they are on the clock.

Philly is rumored to be trying to trade up, while Washington is thankful for their generational linebacker.

'She just cried' - Jerry Jones shares his take on Luka Doncic trade controversy as Dallas Cowboys gear up for NFL Draft :: A to Z SportsLink: "One of Us!" should be the chant when talking about Eugene "Gene" Jones, wife of Cowboys owner Jerry Jones.

Like many local and worldwide fans of the Dallas Mavericks, she cried when hearing the news that superstar Luka Doncic was traded to the Lakers.

Bryan Anger wins the Reliant Home Run Derby :: Nick HarrisCowboys P Bryan Anger wins the Reliant Home Run Derby for the second consecutive year.

In total, the Cowboys raised $76,600 for charity pic.twitter.com/G4vI4QlzOf Nick Harris (@NickHarrisFWST) April 23, 2025Follow Cowboys Wire on Facebook to join in on the conversation with fellow fans!This article originally appeared on Cowboys Wire: Cowboys Headlines News: Draft trade? Parsons, club negotiations update.

This article has been shared from the original article on yahoo, here is the link to the original article.